The Maono PD200x - versus EVERYBODY for the XLR/USB Title!

[@ObscureMics]

It's crazy how good these maono and fifines are getting

[@RoverWire]

Agree, I would declare myself a fan of Maono microphones

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

We’re getting spoiled!!! Lol.

[@N1IA-4]

Yep. Just ordered one of these yesterday. Excited! Plan to use for streaming into my remote ham radio setup. Should be interesting.

[@RetroBigCat75]

It's nuts. I can't wait to see what both companies come up with in the future.

[@KarlottaWashington]

My man you got skills! You can sell a cloud back to the sky. Fantastic comparison especially with the Fifine. Upgrading from MXL990 to these. I'd love to send you a review of a podcast with 4 person panel using this recommended Maono PD200x.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

That would be great!!! 👍🏻

[@zieadmadkour1841]

by far the most underrated channel. much respect for you sir! keep it going!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thank you!!! Just trying to have some fun AND have an excuse to tell my wife why I need to have 400 microphones. Lol.

[@zieadmadkour1841]

@@levelupwithmikenewman HAHAHAHA yeah man It's a smart idea ngl

[@KYOTWO]

Awesome comparison and review. I've been eyeing this one for a while and I think it's time to grab one

[@averageplayer2295]

Your video quality and audio is great, during the whole video I thought I was watching a 1M suscribers youtuber.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Wow, thank you! Hopefully 1M subs would be amazing, but if I can get to 100k someday….ill be dancing in a video! 🤣🤪 thanks for the kind words!!!

[@magnoliagruenephotographyllc]

Great review! Just ordered one. Thank you.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Glad I could help! You’ll enjoy it…it’s a great value for that price!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

The microphone I always go to when I need to use an USB connection that is under $100 is the FiFine AM8, I don’t have to adjust it, plug and play cuz I like how it sounds with my voice. 👍🏻

[@dannylightning-audio-reviews]

When is microphone showed up at my house I pulled it out of the box I saw it was really small and lightweight and I thought oh no, I was kind of expecting the worst, but I plugged it into the audio interface in spoken to it with some studio monitor headphones on and I said wait a second this sounds nice.... If you like the broadcast sound you can't beat this when looking at the price at often sells for. Great review

[@dtantsikian]

The Fifine AM8 in USB mode sounds VERY similar to the Maono PD400X in XLR mode. Strange anomaly, but awesome for anyone looking for a great value dynamic mic!

[@alwysmaxi]

amazing video and review, thank you !

[@Valeriy7D0]

Thank you for the review!!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@ScottTuscher]

Great, fun and thorough review!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thank you!!!

[@sempopo]

Great video! 😊 By the way! Any idea about how good it is for singing?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Not a vocalist, but I love the low end it brings, and people who sing higher keys it could see it doing well. Darker voices I think so better with condenser mics that are brighter and less muddy.

[@sempopo]

@@levelupwithmikenewman thank you for the information 😊 subed!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@sempopo THANKS! WELCOME TO THE FAM!!!!

[@sempopo]

@@levelupwithmikenewman 🙇‍♂️

[@RetroBigCat75]

Maono PD200X sounds great. Not sure if I want to get either that or FiFine K688 (budget microphone) in the future. @15:15, Samson Q9U sounds better on XLR & Forcusrite's Vocaster Audio Interface. The lawn mowing part came out of nowhere for me, lol!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

gotta have some fun! lol. I personally love the look of pd200x better, but the newer k688 sound on my voice. Thanks for the view!

[@jasonr428]

Incredible review. Thanks!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate it!!

[@Viktoria_witheveryone]

Such a cooooool microphone with high quality sound!!!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Looks great don’t it?! It’s a great value buy at $54 (when on sale) up to $70 👍🏻

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

If this mic didn't have that big gain knob on it would have been an instant buy for me

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Im with ya! - the "Almost" - in "almost perfect".....is the Gain knob !!! but at least they made it not as in your face with it as some other mics. So close to being perfect for what I want out of a mic. SO CLOSE!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

If they ever make a strictly XLR version like the MV7x or Q9Ux I'm all in! Take my kidney..first born kid, take it all! Just make it happen Maono!

[@ferdousmahmudsawon3825]

Great video. You deserve more views.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@ferdousmahmudsawon3825 thank you!!! Just gotta keep plugging away until KZbin decides to give the channel a push 🙏🏻 💯grind!

[@F01L]

Between the PD200x, PD400x, and the Samson Q9U? Which one do you prefer for streaming, voice over, singing if you can only buy 1 microphone?

[@lofnme]

How about connecting into a smartphone? Would be decreasing it's sound quality?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I didn’t know or feel like I had a loss of audio quality…just didn’t have the use of the companion app to bake in the sound that I prefer to use with it.

[@lofnme]

@@levelupwithmikenewman allright sir. Thanks👍🏻

[@F01L]

Finally released it. Glad you considered it !

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Just love it! Great unique sound,

[@F01L]

@levelupwithmikenewman what gain do you think is appropriate for this mic when doing voiceovers or product reviews, like what you're dojng

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@F01L I try to keep my DB levels consistent at -12db with my peaks at -6 db in davinci Resolve to be just under the clip level for your highs and my background music I try to keep at -30db.

[@F01L]

@levelupwithmikenewman I mean in the maono link software, do you recommend turning the compressor and limiter on? If so at what decibel and what mic gain on the app do you think sounds the best?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@F01L software app I had my gain set to 40, limiter activated, but at zero and compressor I like to leave at 5. I think anything more than five and it affects your audio in a negative way.

[@Robotti18]

Which one do you prefer between pd400x and pd100u

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

pd400x - all day!!

[@Outist]

18:13 Hi Mike, I know you're busy, but could you please suggest microphones that can effectively eliminate background noise using USB or XLR out of the box? I live in a city with a lot of noise from a nearby mall and highway, and it's a constant challenge when recording audio. Despite being used to the city noise, it becomes a significant issue during recordings, and even at night, the background noise is high. I've been relying on multiple noise compression filters and audio plugins, but before investing in a new dynamic microphone, I want to ensure it's worth the money. Your opinion or a guide video on this topic would be greatly appreciated. If there's already a video I missed, could you share the link? Thanks!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

The best in my opinion at rejecting background noise and city noises that is in your price range that is xlr & usb is the Samson Q9u. It pulls from a lot of the traits of the $400 microphones with build quality, plosives, and off axis rejection and has a mute button right on the mic that works in both USB and XLR mode which is great. I will say for noise rejection, on noisy days in my studio where I have neighbors cutting grass, kids out front and the fire department sounding alarms while trying to get a video done My go to mics in the order- 1.Earthworks Ethos 2. Earthworks SR117 3. SM7B 4. LS-208 5 shure sm57 with is hyper-cardiod polar pattern. These are all xlr mics, price aside - but if it’s noisy out I would go with these or wait to record at night when everybody goes to bed and the city gets quiet.

[@EarlAcoymo]

The donner sounds really nice... dark but not muddy

[@ToddDolce]

Great review Mike! My only thing is,..like so many of these types of reviews....the praises will be sung but in about 2 weeks I bet I will see you back using the Shure SM7B and the Maono will be long since forgotten. lol. It's just a sad fact. It seems to be the way it is. I am curious,...I have a Maono PD400X that is quite nice and I use it for mainly work calls etc....as my podcast mic is done with an RE20.....can you honestly tell me that you prefer the Maono PD200X over the 400X??????????? That seems odd since Maono charges double for the 400X (aka 200X's big brother). I'm just curious. I thought the 200x sounded good on you just as the 400x did but had to laugh since the 400x seems to have vanished into obscurity in favor for your Shure SM7B. See what I mean? On a side note,....I get that you are doing reviews and just because you sing high praises about some particular mic doesn't mean that you are locked in with having to use it as your forever mic. Trust me,...I get it. I just would LOVE to one day see ANY reviewer on KZbin test out a mic and love it so much that they actually DO replace their previous mic with it moving forward. Also,...I'm not one to get too high and mighty either as I admittedly have been eyeing an ETHOS mic and yet I already have what I consider to be my forever mic in the RE20. It's a sickness.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I see your point will all these mic reviewers out there. I will say this, my favorite mic to use, is the Lewitt LCT 240 pro. OMG that is my precious baby! I really want an RE20 mic because that crisp clear sounds is what I REALLY love, and nobody can do it like the RE20. But my budget on this channel isn't quite there yet to justify the purchase since rarely do people ever ask what a mic sounds like compared to a RE20. When I do live streams on facebook/youtube for my facebook channel, or other content that doesn't involve tech, the Lewitt (Video Podcasts as a guest on other channels, commercials, etc) and the K688d (audio only faith-based podcasts) are my two go-to mic. I have avoided using the Shure Sm7b in any of my videos on this channel until recently (finally caving in with the the last two) because viewers always wanting to hear whatever mic you review sounds like when compared to it. So I make it a point to have it in a video now at some point during the review just so people can hear the two, and hopefully, use the video as proof that you do not need it to start a podcast with it to sound good. It is more of a: "see...., choosing a budget mic over a SM7B inst what you think.... you don't go from great audio to bad audio by selecting a budget mic, you just go a crazy expensive mic to an affordable one and 98% of your audience will never care or even know what mic you are using if they can't see it on the screen. So as long as your video are informative and entertaining." Trust me when I say I get more excited about using a mic that nobody really knows over a SM7b everyday. I love the sound of the PD400x, I just don't like the look of the "whack-a-mole" knob on my mics unless the microphone finds a way to hide it within the design. (In my opinion ) I think it is the second-most articulate and clear mic behind my Lewitt LCT 240 Pro. Just brings home the bacon when you need crisp clear audio out of a dynamic mic when it is too noisy for a condenser Mic. I think the new Rode Podmic USB might give the PD400x a run for its money as the most clear dynamic mic that I have tested, but it is down to personal preference when they are that close. As far as mics on my videos, I always change them up, I don't stick with any mic too long because I have GAS issues...(Gear Acquisition Syndrome) and enjoy using different mics more than I enjoy any specific mic. I have 5 mics in my rotation for videos as of now: 1. Lewitt LCT 240 Pro, 2. Fifine k669D, 3. Shure MV7, 4. Maono PD400x, and Now the PD200x will get thrown into my video intro rotation for sure. The others I use just for mic reviews, but never podcasts, or livestreams. I love mics too much to not change them up. Mics are like t-shirts, travel coffee mugs, and fishing poles, or dinner. I love to pick something different every time! I don't do this for the money, I spend more than I bring in, so I only like to make videos for mics I am excited about, and don't make them for the mics that don't move the needle in some way for me. Thanks for the comment! I appreciate the convo! Great stuff! The RE20 and the PD400x - MONEY baby!

[@45KevinR]

​@@levelupwithmikenewmanso if we ignore the knobs and lights is the pd400x a proper step up from the pd200x? Also, I know the 400 has the dsp doing the processing in the mic, had the 200 got the same, or is it doing it on the pc?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@45KevinR absolutely the PD400x is a dynamic mic that performs like a condenser mic, brighter and more clear. Honestly, it is definitely a quality mic in the next tier. The knob is the only thing that bugs me…love how it resembles the Rode Podmic USB, with bright clear sound. If you are ok with the price…it’s a great buy!!!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@45KevinR also, DSP in on both mics

[@sergerasklad]

@@levelupwithmikenewman I just bought pd200x few days ago, and I like it, but after seeing this video and watching your review of 400x I found 400x with good discount and bought it. because in this video, especially in xlr mode, it sound great! bit too sibilant, yes, but when I saw in your review that it comes with thick windscreen I was sold! It really does sound smoother than 200x on your voice, I hope i'll work as good for mine. Thanks for great video!

[@xcaceng3616]

pd200x or quadcast s sir? im confused, help me🙃

[@Amutomoto]

which is better upgrade from fifine k658? maono pd200x or fifine k688 or am8?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Personally I put the pD200x ahead of the other two. K688 is great but a little muddy, AM8 sounds great out of the box, but EXTREMELY sensitive to desk bumps/noises from boom arm, touching

[@ashraffouad]

Many thanks for the video. Your voice testing phrase is so funny and practical :)

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thank you! 😃

[@ashraffouad]

@levelupwithmikenewman I just received it yesterday.

[@FlyZoneFpv]

Awesome Content . Thanks for the review. I just bought one and was going through YT and came across your channel and I liked your review better. More in detail. Great job. Thanks👊🏻 new sub here

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thanks for the sub! I appreciate the kind words my friend! Welcome to the Level Up fam!

[@thayvoanhtuan]

What's your thoughts on the PD100u in comparison to this PD200x? Thanks!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

If you really like the dark- broadcast - sound out of your mic, I think the PD 100u gets you there, but it’s more sensitive to handling sounds and more susceptible to plosives. So I would mount it on a boom arm or a mic, stand straight off the floor and throw a pop filter on it and you’re golden. The PD 200 X won’t require as much attention for clean audio and it also gives you headphone monitoring which the other does not.

[@thayvoanhtuan]

thanks very much. So many budget options. I'm planning to upgrade from my old audio technica ATR2500. Can you recommend one for my podcast/voice over need? PD200x/ PD400x/ K688/ AM8/ or any other mics? @@levelupwithmikenewman

[@RIKIPIKSON]

What a great video! i thought it was some unprofecional thingy but i was shocked!!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thank you! 🙏🏻 I do this just for fun and friends! I don’t get paid, no sponsorships, just taking gear for a test drive and put it up against other competition so you know what it does compared to others before you buy any gear. And most of all, have a little fun and laugh a little along the way!!!

[@mojkanayt7758]

What USB dyamic microphone do you recommend up to $100. What is the best one for that price that you have had for testing?

[@ateebmujtaba]

i want to put forth this question and hope you answer it, how do you record your voice after plugging the microphone into the computer. I mean to ask what software do you use to record the audio? and if you hse any enhancements pre-or-post processing, what are they? hope you answer.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I use OBS, with noise suppression filter and limiter adjusted to 2db

[@wubba3748]

What about the PD 200 X versus the NZXT capsule mini. I haven’t seen anyone compare those and i am wondering which to get.

[@Raeraeiscooler]

what would be your pref settings for having a higher pitched voice?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I love the neutral, flatter sound. Gives higher pitched voices some cover. The warmer tone helps too, but it will give you a broadcasting, authoritative sound more than a personal, “hey you’re missing out on what I say if you don’t stay” type sound.

[@Raeraeiscooler]

@@levelupwithmikenewman Nice i'm going to be using this mainly for discord upgrading from a snowball ice after 6y so hopefully the software and everything works smoothly with discord haha and lets hope it lasts aslong first time buying maono.

[@alwysmaxi]

@@Raeraeiscooleri’m not trying to sound like i’m bursting your bubble here, but for discord this mic will sound perfectly fine. Not because of the mic itself, but discord tends to not have the best sound quality so most mics around this price range and even a bit more expensive will sound similar. Basically you are going to be so happy with this mic if the reason you got it was for price and mainly discord. srry for the paragraph lmao

[@danno5544]

does anybody know why does my pd200x make this weird static noise after i talk

[@vincenzo_soundscape]

Great video. Have you ever tried the fduce sl40 usb/xlr?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Now but can't wait though....it's developed quite an underground following! I just ordered it yesterday...its on the way for a Tonor UA-44 vs Fduce battle!

[@RoverWire]

@@levelupwithmikenewman a FDUCE vs Tonor TD510 battle please!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@RoverWire oh man…the Tonor 510 - amazing build quality and the love the look, but it seems so basey and USB needs SOOOOO much work! Lol. The I just watched a new video by Bandrew yesterday from podcastage and he absolutely destroyed it lol. I think the FDuce would wipe the floor with it. Lol.

[@ToddDolce]

I think the Mackie EM99B is much better than the FDuce. But again that's just my own opinion based on my own ears.

[@vincenzo_soundscape]

@@ToddDolce I don’t know how the em99b works but the fduce’s price is still an incredible “pro”. The fduce has 2 different sounds one with the xlr cable another one with the usb connection. It’s like having 2 mics. I really like it but my voice needs the fduce usb “warm and bass” touch.

[@zoshifty]

In your opinion between the fifine k688 and the maono pd200x which one is actually better for streaming and recording?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

The I like the PD200x better personally, especially with better plosive rejection, and not as sensitive to handling noise.

[@zoshifty]

@@levelupwithmikenewman Thanks 👍

[@hwthinker]

Does the dual output (USB & XLR) of PD200X operate alternately or can they be used simultaneously? If they can be used simultaneously, is it possible as a backup in case one of them encounters an issue? How about AM8? Can the USB & XLR be used simultaneously? I appreciate your assistance.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Both work simultaniously, and without unwanted noise like some other mics with this feature can give you.

[@moykun5643]

Am8 or pd200x which is better

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@moykun5643 Both are good mics!!! The AM8 is better sound out of the box if you don’t plan to EQ you audio. But if you have an interface that can process and change /EQ it I would go PD200x. Other comps: Build quality: pD200x Handling noise :pd200x App- usb mode: Maono But I will say…personally I use my AM8 more than the pd200x for podcasts when I can’t eq the sound, and I have to go with how the mic sounds out of the box.

[@moykun5643]

@@levelupwithmikenewman what if i eq it with obs or the maono link software will the am8 still be better?

[@geniussnake497]

What model headphones are you wearing?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

The Rode NTH-100. Great quality, neutral profile. Extremely comfortable

[@geniussnake497]

@@levelupwithmikenewman Thank you!

[@BedtimeStoriesofnby]

Does the mic comes with the software?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

You download the free app from the maono website. Then when you open the software, plug in the mic and it pops up as the mic you want to use and you are off and running.

[@korrdelljiles5513]

What XLR interface would you recommend to record a Podcast with two PD 200X mics? Using a Mac Book Pro as the computer

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Depends on your budget. I am a huge fan of the Vocaster one and Duo for its ease of use and built in gain. Vocaster one is $99 the duo I think has come down to $149. They are great and you use any mic regardless of how gain hungry it is.

[@korrdelljiles5513]

The Duo would be a better option if there will be two mics on the podcast correct?@@levelupwithmikenewman

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@korrdelljiles5513 the duo will give you two mics. If you need 3-4 mics I would get one of these 1. Tascam Mixer (affordable and reliable) 2. Podtrak P8 is great ( I had one myself for 2 years) for audio only podcasts, it struggled with audio that would stay synched with my video when recording both into OBS in 4k, but worked fine in just 1080p workflows. 3. Rodecaster Pro 2 - the best, but also most expensive.

[@korrdelljiles5513]

Thank you so much for the help! @@levelupwithmikenewman

[@aohaha-vv2jg]

great mic!!🥰 I think I buy it a try

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

It’s a great mic, and the app to use with it to eq the mic in usb mode is great too. You’re gonna love it

[@Nico-zz5pr]

What EQ you using for the mic?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

In default -no eq, on eq/processing was on the Vocaster hub in Radio, Clean, warm, and bright for preset EQ’ing.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I have been working on finding a go-to EQ setting for this mic, haven’t got it exact to where I like it, but I boost my high mid like 3 db, lower my highs 3db, and my low mids are lowered 2db. I leave my lows alone so far. I will post here again when I get my set-up dialed in. I will see I simply try to make the mic a tad brighter to grab some clarity in my mid high end. Here is the sound with this EQ so far in the beginning of my Mackie EM99B review kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmOooXulosqCkJY

[@SOtoKes]

Try the 400x. Its on another level.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I have reviewed that as well! One of my favorites. So crisp and clear, great build quality. In fact, my son stole it for his gaming setup, and chose it over the Shure MV7. Lol

[@SOtoKes]

@levelupwithmikenewman it 100% beats the mv7. I bought the x400 and the sm7b to test and I honestly prefer it to the sm7b. I had to do exactly 0 fiddling with it to sound broadcast quality with obs. The built in sound interface just completely knocks it put of the park for me. Lovin your videos man 👌

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@SOtoKesthank you! 🙏🏻

[@ashxen-3829]

Hey, what if I connect both the Xlr to my soundboard. And the usb to my PC. So for the mic pick up which quality does it broadcast? The xlr or usb?

[@AltamashJiwani]

Hy Mike, i know you have answered this, if i am living in a noisy city area, and i have a Maono PD100U, but this picks up lot of noises and was thinking to upgrade to either PD200X or the Samsun Q2U, but the samson Q2u seems old tech and i have read some white noise complaints about it.. What do you suggest out of these two? any other budget mics i can look at considering the background noise that I have?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@AltamashJiwani it really is tough to find a budget mic that cuts out that noisy city sound coming in. Thats where the money really does come into play. The most important tool You need is noise suppression filter like in OBS if you use it. I would say a great mic at off-axis rejection would the AM8 or PD200x. Definitely The PD200x over the Q2U. gives you software (companion app) that the PD100u doesn’t connect to, fifine doesn’t have an app to help EQ and process your audio, which can help in usb with some of that. I would make sure the mic is pointed away from the window, and hang blankets/comforters you have in the house on the walls off camera during streams. The mic I use for noisy is

[@AltamashJiwani]

​@@levelupwithmikenewman thanks Mike, which mic were you about to mention in your last statement?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

the Sr117 by earthworks is my mic I use, then the SM57 + A2ws pop filter after that. I have yet to find a mic cheaper than the SM57 that is effective enough to knock down city noises. I rely on noise suppression filters for cheaper mics to knock down those noises. Its my best mic for noisy rooms and it is $199, but it outperforms the SM7B in off axis noise rejection

[@Dabzeys]

This vs the k688 I can’t decide

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

They are both great for spoken word. You won’t be disappointed with either. The Maono has an app you can download to EQ your sound in USB mode, but you can always use the OBS filters to do that too. I like the Maono PD200x on my voice better, but my son who is 20, LOVES the k688 more. I feel the pD200x is a touch better with handling sensitivity as well.

[@ShahbazAli-ds1mb]

How to enhance voice quality of Maono pd 200x mic

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

In usb mode you can use the Maono app and it gives you settings to adjust the audio in both beginner and intermediate levels, and you can go to the Filters in the audio input of OBS and use a 3 band equalizer to adjust the sound there as well if you have an audio interface that doesn’t have processing available

[@ShahbazAli-ds1mb]

@@levelupwithmikenewman it's not connecting with phone, how to connect with phone

[@MisterPulgax]

Nice video!

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thanks !!

[@kipman5427]

nice video😃🥰

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Thank you 🫡. I appreciate you spending your time on my rollercoaster ride of a video!

[@Kipacus]

I like it but I think the Deity VO-7U still sounds better. I just wish they had software unique to them to mess with it. I bought a MV7 but man these cheaper mics are getting so good its really not worth the price point imo

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I really like the Deity too! I don’t use it enough! If they had an app to go with it….oh man 🔥🔥🔥

[@RoverWire]

I was waiting for the PD200x, so the main question K668 or PD200x? I just don't like the mute button on the PD200x, because I think that causes "clicks" over the sound, instead of the PD400x/K668 mute button that is kind of touch, am I right? The PD200x specs are similar, but Maono microphones have better sample rate, I like that, but not sure if that worths the choice over a K668. What do you think?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Yes. The mute on the pD200x is “clicky”. That is why I love the maono app. You can click the mute button on the app. But if you prefer to mute your mics with the physical button, that click will be there. Other than that, the PD200X just runs away from the k688 in the areas that I value the most in a mic. The PD400x is really nice with its clarity, and the ability to use the app as well, just doesn’t have the low end that the PD200X has. But that can be EQ’ed in if you really value that touch-to-mute sensor/buttons 👍🏻

[@RoverWire]

@@levelupwithmikenewman Other things I noticed: - Seems like PD100u sounds better than the PD200x, but not sure if more like a samsung Q9 sound. - Donner UA-44 and FDUCE SL40 are the same? Tonor seems to be using same components on TD510 - K668 sounds clear, PD200x has better mids, but I'm still surprised by PD100u. Great review, as usual. I really like your content.

[@x7ite143]

​@@levelupwithmikenewman Can I bind mic off button in maono software?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@x7ite143 not that I know of…

[@x7ite143]

@@levelupwithmikenewman ok, thanks ;

[@acousticsessionskaraoke]

I don't know why but my DAW can't read it. via USB is useless for me.

[@acousticsessionskaraoke]

..also it is ambient noise friendly which I didn't expect for a cardioid polar pattern microphone.

[@IrtezaMasud]

I saw it in other video too. The thing is 200x has this weird ssing background sound even in low gain. Maybe because it has 35-40+-3dB sensitivity or sn ratio of 78 which pretty average. I am suggesting to buy pd400x with increasing budget or buy a fifine k678 which is a condenser but has much better sn ratio of 85 dB which will ensure a clear crisp and rich sound

[@unreadbread]

I went with the K688 instead of this one, but man was it close. The RGB was a big turn off, and the K688 just looked more professional. And I gave a slight edge to the sound of the K688, and got it $20 cheaper. But man are both are these good for the price.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Both great value for mics at this price point, and truth be told now…the K688 that is sold now is an upgraded model from the one I had in the review. The newer one that you just bought has a thicker pop-filter and the capsule is further back, which has significantly improved the k688’s performance that is heard in this video. Great choice! You will definitely enjoy that microphone

[@unreadbread]

@@levelupwithmikenewman Ahh that makes sense! I was looking at the pop filter foam and was thinking that it wasn't nearly as thin as the one in the video. That's great news!

[@FlockersDesign]

Tobad its sounds way better when you connect your headset to the mic directly then it does on the pc

[@ChristopherKaltSrVideos]

I didn't know young Steve Buscemi was doing microphone reviews LOL

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

He was a legend in Armageddon!!!! 🤣😎🤣

[@ChristopherKaltSrVideos]

@@levelupwithmikenewman lmao yeah, he was!

[@archippvs]

MAAAN I LOVE THE RGB TAKE. SAME!

[@anmolkaushal1426]

Hello brother could you help me with query in setting my first podcast setup Can i record the podcast with 02 pd200x via USB to Laptop and record both mics Do i need other software to record 02 mics at same time like OSB or audacity in laptop because i assume maono software will record only one at a time Help bro i will really appreciate that 🎉

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

You will have problems using multiple usb mics in the same room for podcasts, you will get echos when anyone speaks. If you plan on having two people in the same room using pD200x mics, I would recommend going dual xlr. A great budget interface that still give great audio quality is the CAD - 2 xlr interface. It’s around $60

[@waseemlander1]

Which one is best for use K688 or PD200x

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

For me the PD200x. Less muddy, plus you have the Maono app as an audio interface to use in USB mode, FiFine is great for spoken spoken word, but I give the PD200x the edge there too.

[@jackallandyard7364]

I just bought this mic tbh, first one for me Even 'budget' ones are expensive when you live in developing nations 😢😢

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Its amazing value when you consider the performance and companion app! Glad to hear that you snagged one!!! You're going to love it!

[@ExOhz]

How you feelin about this mic the PD200X VS The PD400X? Which do you prefer and is it an upgrade goin from the PD200X or is it just wasting extra money?

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

The both have egual value to me but for different reasons. The PD400x is more bright/crisp clear out of the box, better build quality. The maono PD200x has more of the radio/broadcast profile, and a better price but that is because of the build quality not being on the level of the PD400x. If you like a darker sound - pD200x , brighter more articulate sound pd400x. I do not have a deep voice so I personally would go PD200x if I wanted some help, if I had a deeper voice I would go PD400x because it will complement your natural lows with its great high mid and high end. Hope this helps. I will tell you this, which ever make you get you can easily EQ the way you want it. You’re going to be very happy with either one.

[@ExOhz]

@@levelupwithmikenewman solid reply thanks man appreciate it, also love the vids

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

@@ExOhz thank you! Welcome to the Level Up family!!

[@ObscureMics]

To be fair..... Heard you clearly over the lawnmower 🤷

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I know!! I was really upset. I worked so hard setting up that rig for that shot, and my neighbor (who is my father in law) was watching me do it from his deck with a quizzical look on his face. Lol. You were n’t supposed to hear me at all and yet it STILL did really good at picking out my voice over the lawnmower. 😂🤣🤪

[@JamesLuna11-14]

Just bought my PD200x on sale for 50 dollars, for the price it wins for me

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

Can’t argue the steal you’re getting at $50 for it, awesome value for the performance!

[@MasterOfTheVortex]

I currently have the zingyou zy-ua2 microphone for a online radio station, and I am rather disappointed with how it sounds, however have been eyeing the Maono PD200x, I am not knowledgeable enough to run it in XLR mode, but the usb and that deep rich sound, think it is time I upgrade myself.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

It is a great value purchase, especially now that the price has dropped! The companion app that you can use in usb mode is great entry level way to change up the tone of the mic too!